1972 Humber Sceptre vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1980 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 268 kg more than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Humber Sceptre | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Sceptre | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
